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LV08 FKE

2008 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

146,684 mi
Last recorded146,684 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 FKE
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 146,684 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A less than 10 mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 146,684 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A less than 10 mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 140,812 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 134,106 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 128,200 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 122,009 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 113,365 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 113,365 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported clamped broken exhaust system moving around (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 93,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

adv rear exhaust hanger missing been replaced with cable ties

Pass 21 Jan 2014 83,461 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 72,320 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,162 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 48,890 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edgs

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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LV08 FKE is a 2008 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 78,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV08 FKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV08 FKE registered?

LV08 FKE is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is LV08 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 FKE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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